U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials “have been very accessible and responsive as we attempt to prepare for any potential inconvenience,” Cahir wrote to task force members. “Although I do not anticipate this project to be overly burdensome to visitors, residents and businesses, there will be periodic lane closures.”

A statement from the Corps noted that work, to be done under an $8.5 million contract with Aetna Bridge Company of Pawtucket, R.I., will involve operations above and below the travel deck, thus minimizing closures. The effort will begin in mid-November.

To follow the project, go to http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/recreati/ccc/news/bridgealerts.htm.